Rhythm Reminder by Dance In Time Productions

Hola!

If you are already a Salsa dancer and want to take your dancing to the next level, learning the Casino-style Salsa steps that are used in Rueda circles is an amazingly fast and easy way to skyrocket your "vocabulary of moves!"

We ARE holding classes on Mother's Day (5/11).

Regular Class Schedule:

1. The Saturday DIT classes are now at the Crown Dance Studio; 2820 Dorr Ave.; Fairfax, VA 22031. The class will continue to run from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM, and cover all levels of Casino style Salsa/Rueda.

2. The Sunday class at Avalon Studio (15 Mellor Ave. Catonsville, MD) is held weekly from 5 to 7 PM and covers all levels of Salsa Rueda.

3. Starting May 15, there will be a class at the Saffron Dance Studio; 3260 Wilson Blvd.; Arlington, VA from 8:30 to 10:00 PM. This class will generally meet on the first and third Thursdays of each month. The May and June dates are 5/15, 6/5 and 6/29. The Classes page of DanceInTime.com also has the up to date schedule!
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We cover a lot in every class. The cost of the classes is $10/person.
Directions are below.

(SIDE NOTE: This email information is up on my website, so you can click on the "Current Email Information" button any time to read DIT's latest email in case you didn't receive it or you misplaced it! Thanks.)
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Here is the DIT news:

a. On Saturday, May 24, Danceintime is conducting an entire two and a half hour special event--with lessons, performances and open dancing to the sounds of Grupo Latino (live band). This will be on the City of Gaithersburg's outdoor stage located at 31 South Summit Ave.; Gaithersburg, MD 20877. This is a family friendly event that is free and open to the public.

The show will include both team and partnership presentations. In addition, I'll be writing a script so the dance segments will be threaded together by a loose theme/story line. And we'll also be doing something else very unique. The audience will watch some Rueda steps and formations, and then if they wish to, some of them will work together to order these components and create their own choreography which the dancers will then dance through. It will give audience members a chance to see what it's like to be a choreographer! Want to try your hand at choreography?? Come and give it a whirl! And there's more--a young teenager whose mom in one a DIT team-members, will perform too. This young lady does some ultra cool hip hop moves, and her short dance solo will be intended to inspire any children in the audience who like to dance. Come and enjoy this really original show by DanceInTime!

b. I'm proud to say that Danceintime will have a team performing at the Philadelphia Salsa Congress, the New York Salsa Congress, and the Puerto Rico Salsa Congress this year (and probably at the DC Congress!). These Congresses are all in the summer and they are open to any Salsa enthusiasts! It would be lovely for some of our friends to come to these events---to cheer us on and enjoy the workshops and open dancing! Specifics and dates will be coming so stay tuned!

2. Lessons in Polynesian Dance and Ballroom/Salsa

a. Are you interested in private instruction in Salsa, Mambo, or any ballroom dance? A gentleman named John who recently moved to the area and has a variety of competitive titles to his name is available for private lessons. He is a great guy and fabulous dancer if anyone would like to pursue instruction with him! John's email if you want to be in touch with him is: johndancealexandria@yahoo.com

b. Sheena Luaehu, who choreographed the Polynesian piece for the Danceintime women's team, is going to be offering instruction in that dance style. If you watch Sheena do Salsa, you can see how the body isolations that she learned as a Polynesian dancer help her Salsa look eye-catching, too! There is plenty of carry-over between the Polynesian dancing and Salsa in terms of styling and making the dance sharp and (dare I say it?) sexy-looking! The class is 50 minutes and costs $12. Sheena provides each student with a hip scarf to use during that day's class-which enables you to better see the hip movements. If you want to watch this dancing, check out the Women in Salsa video on the DanceInTime.com website--on the "Performance Videos" page.

To get more information on Sheena's classes, contact her at sluaehulyons@hotmail.com. I'm telling you, guys, these moves are very very cool and will enhance your Salsa. (Men are welcome to join though the class is principally aimed at followers'/ladies' movements.)

There is a Baltimore Salsa Meetup which is gathering steam, with members coming out in good numbers to the events which support all the venues and classes in the Baltimore metropolitan area. If you aren't already a member, you can sign up free by going to salsa.meetup.com/163 and following the prompts. There are other meetup groups as well, in case you are interested, in DC and other areas. For example, one run by Alex, a Danceintime friend, is aimed at "social dancing" in general (all different types of partnership dances), and is based in Baltimore. It's called Social Dance Meetup Group of Central Maryland. To join, go to: Dance.meetup.com/351/. And the salsa meetup group in DC is absolutely huge, plus there are other dance meetups as well! Check them out on the web!

By the way, speaking of Baltimore, that area has a number of new venues to dance at that were recently organized. The promoters are looking for lots of support at the door and the bar to help keep these venues open. For details, check out #3 below in the section on additional events/clubs around town.

4. Auditions

Danceintime is expanding some of their teams and interested dancers can contact Barb about auditions (301-9806043).

5. Free Dance Shows at Community College of Baltimore County

These shows are produced by Christian Richards who heads the CCBC Dance Dept, is a wonderfully versatile dancer, and has even learned some Rueda!!

The CCBC Dance Program is presenting four events all of which are free of cost and open to everyone!
Student Works Showcase: Tuesday evening, May 6th, 7pm, Essex, B building theatre: A mainstage concert consisting entirely of student choreographed work! Dundalk Performance: Wednesday evening, May 7th, 7pm, Dundalk, K building: The CCBC Dance Company will be presenting two works: Joe Tudor's A Few Concerns, and Joey Villalobos' Silly Symphony. AFA Final Project Concert: Thursday afternoon, May 8th, 3pm, Essex gym, Dance Studio One: Joe Tudor will be presenting a concert consisting entirely of his work! Tap Studio Night: Tuesday night, May 13th, 6pm, Essex Gym, Dance Studio One: Come join Audrey Varlas and her students in a glorious celebration of tap!

6. 4th Annual DC Salsa Network Scholarship Fundraiser/Silent Auction to be held Sunday, June1, 2008; 6:00 pm-:10:00 pm;
Caribbean Breeze; 4100 N. Fairfax Drive, Arlington, Va
Dance Lessons 6:00-8:00 pm DJs El Sonero, El Cacique, Saborinquen, Jon Trevino. Then Open Dancing 8:00 pm. Cover $10.00. Auction Items: Art Work, Prints, Salsa Compilation Sets, Private Dance Lessons, Dancing “Date” with Favorite Instructors, Dinners, Month Long Night Club Passes. Donations are also requested from the Salsa community-- Contact Eileen Torres if you would like to donate and item or certificate for the silent auction.

Note that on that Sunday, Barb will teach Rueda at the Network Fundraiser from 7:20 to 8:00 pm. But from 5 to 6 pm, she'll teach as usual in Catonsville. Then the second hour will be taught by other DIT teachers.

For directions and information on other classes/places to dance in the metro area, see below.
Sincerely,

Barbara Bernstein
www.DanceInTime.com
301-4646244 301-9806043
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DIRECTIONS
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Crown Dance Studio; 2820 Dorr Ave; Merrifield, VA 22031 (METRO-ACCESSIBLE!)

This is an easy, 3 or 4 block walk from the Dunn Loring metro station. The station is at the intersection of Gallows Rd and Prosperity Ave. If you leave the station heading west on Prosperity, then make a left onto Merrilee Dr. and then a right onto Merrifield Ave. From there it's a left onto Dorr; the studio is on your right.

To get there by car from Route 495 (Washington Beltway), take the exit for 50 West and get onto Gallows Rd. (VA-650 N) heading toward Merrifield. Then make a left onto Lee Highway (US 29). (There is a Taco Bell, a Sunoco station, and a "Gas King" station at this intersection.) Then turn right onto Hilltop Rd, and then another quick right onto Dorr Ave. There is lots of parking around the building. Walk in the building's front door, go through a door on the main floor adn walk down the corridor. The studio is on the right side of the corridor.
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The Avalon Studio; 15 Mellor Ave.; Catonsville, MD--for the Sunday class

Get onto the Washington beltway (495) and take either the Baltimore Washington Parkway or Route 95 north. Get onto the Baltimore beltway (I695) going towards Towson. From I695, take exit 13, Frederick Rd., west towards Catonsville. Turn left onto Mellor Ave. after several lights. Then turn left into 2nd parking lot entrance.

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AREA EVENTS AND CLASSES
1. The website by Earl Rush, Stuckonsalsa.com, lists lots of local events and classes, and is a great overall source of information. Check it out!! Earl is quite a leader in the community and does all sorts of events/classes.

2. Wednesday Night Salsa in Baltimore-- Plus Susan Leiter's Activities

NOTE: Wed. night salsa in DC at Zanzibar's has been moved to Thursdays, after many many years. Zanzibar's is an institution in the area, and it's still going--just changing nights. That is run by Eileen Torres who can be reached at: eileen@salsacentro.com.

Club ONE - 300 E. Saratoga St. Baltimore, MD (entrance on Guilford St)
Classes with Susan Leiter from 7:30 - 9pm *levels vary from week to week
Open Dancing 9:30pm - closing $5 Cover Before 7:45pm, $7 after. There is more info at: www.alivewithdance.com.

Susan Leiter teaches various workshop at Avalon Dance Studio; 15 Mellor Ave; Catonsville, MD. Her website always has up to date info.

3. Baltimore venues/classes:

Kasbah; 2324 Boston Street, Baltimore, MD 21224. Latin/Salsa Dancing on a large floor, preceeded by lessons: 8:00 pm & 9:00 pm Lessons (Bachata, Cha-Cha or Salsa). All classes are $10 each unless stated otherwise.

Salsa at The Belvedere (Grand Ballroom) some Thursday Nights. 7pm to Midnight. Open May 8 & 22. June 12 & 26. July 10 & 24. August 7 & 21. Address: One East Chase Street, Baltimore, MD 21202. Classy ambiance & a delicious buffet. Come for dancing & pay a $5 entry after 9:30 pm. If you are hungry, the $20 entry fee includes the open buffet from 7-9pm & 1 lesson or just the lesson for $10. Parking available! Plus, salsa on Saturdays at the Belvedere begins June 14.
Grace also teaches on Tuesdays at The Promenade in Baltimore.
For more details on all these activities, go to www.dancingwithgrace.com.

4. Tuesday Nights---Barking Dog; 4723 Elm St. Bethesda, MD
General Info: This is a well established Salsa Night if you are looking to dance on a Tuesday! Classes are offered before the open dancing. $5 cover, $10 with class. Check out Michelle's other gigs, as she often runs special workshops. Her email for further info is msreyes623@yahoo.com

5. Cafe Asia on Thursdays
7:30- Beginner (On 1), 8:15- Intermediate (On 1)
*ONLY $5 cover the entire month of February!!!
For more info: michelle@salsadmv.com
Cafe Asia 1550 Wilson Blvd. Arlington, VA 22209
(Close to Roslyn Metro, 2 blks up on Wilson Blvd, $3 garage parking below the restaurant w/validation.)

6. Check out what is happening on Mondays at the club at 11230 Grand View Ave, Wheaton MD 20902
For more info: www.salsadmv.com or 240-426-2385. Hector Chavez who works now with Michele Reyes, runs this and they're great! (The club name just changed but the salsa didn't!!!)

7. Lee Smith's classes---Lee teaches at so many places and is involved in so many things, the best thing I can do is give you his website to get his current schedule. I can hardly keep up with all his gigs!! He is a great dancer and good friend, and I recommend his classes. Check out: http://dancelikemagic.com and FlirtingOnTheFloor.com. Below are some of his most gigs:

Monday- Mango Mike's - 4580 Duke St. Alexandria VA
No cover! We only have the hottest Bachata lessons followed by a crucial mix of Bachata, Salsa, Merengue and International Music)
Lessons followed by open dancing. Lesson price- $10

Tuesdays- ECities - 8300 Tyco Rd. Tysons Corner, VA
Lessons:8pm-9:30 pm. Class $10. Dancing $5. 10pm-Close

Wed.- Cabanas; 3050 K St Washington DC @ the Georgetown Harbor
Lessons: 8pm-9:30pm. Come Early and Save. Class $5. After 10pm $10. 10pm-Close

8. "Mr. Mambo" (Tommy Smith) teaches Mambo in the area, and to get prices and other details for his classes, call 202 232 6343 or email: latindanceteacher@hotmail.com .

9. Clarendon Grill Dancing on Mondays
Address: 1101 N Highland St. Arlington, VA
Keith Givens runs this night which is a Washington institution. Open Dancing 9pm - 1am. $5 cover. Check out Keith's site for his other gigs: Oohsalsa.com

10. Ty Sims has taught Salsa in the area for years and is also a great dancer. For his current schedule, you can contact him at 703/969-7503, or email LasFacetas@aol.com.

11. Ricardo just started a night in Wheaton area on Saturdays, too. I am not sure of the club name but stay tuned; I will find out!

12. Melao Dance company teaches together as well as performing together! For info, go to: http://www.melaodancecompany.com

13. Check out www.clavekazi.com for info on Shaka and Irene's group, classes, and parties. This group is very strong!

14. Vanessa Beltran-Medina is teaching at La Palapa's on Thursdays from 9 to 10 PM. She addresses mostly beginners and does a short segment for Intermediate dancers. Then there is open dancing with a Latin mix. This has been well attended lately! The Baltimore Salsa Meetup has been there twice and had a good time!

15. Check out: www.dcsalsaproductions.com for information on what Mario Salsa, organizer of the DC Salsa Meetup group is planning and promoting. He always has lots going on!!

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